Is a Physical Office Needed in This Age of Remote Work?By David WhiteYoung Lawyers Division, January 2022With COVID-19 drastically changing the methods in which attorneys provide services to their clients, it is important to consider the pros and cons of various workspaces to decide which is the best fit for you.
Benefits and Issues of Zoom CourtBy Edward WasilewskiYoung Lawyers Division, November 2021An overview of the benefits and drawbacks of conducting court hearings over Zoom.
Paid Maternity Leave Is Not a LuxuryBy Natali P. ThomasYoung Lawyers Division, November 2021In an age where diversity, equity, and inclusion are heavily touted as being important, firms can take the initiative to make the transition for returning to work much easier and provide paid leave and other necessary benefits to new mothers.
ISBA YLD Book ClubBy Christine HuntYoung Lawyers Division, January 2021All about ISBA Young Lawyers Division's book club.
Review of Rule 23 and Its Recent AmendmentBy Gregory R. JonesYoung Lawyers Division, January 2021A look at Illinois Supreme Court Rule 23, which governs disposition of cases in the appellate courts.
Proposed Changes to the Statute of Repose for Estate PlannersBy Daniel ThiesYoung Lawyers Division, March 2020One of the challenges that young attorneys face when joining or taking over an established practice is the risk of outstanding professional malpractice liabilities.
Hundreds of legal authorities are just a click awayYoung Lawyers Division, October 2002Let's face it--no matter how much legal experience you may have, there's always some topic or scenario that eludes you.
The six candidates for Illinois’ top three elected legal officesYoung Lawyers Division, October 2002After 24 years of Republican mismanagement, budget deficits, and a recession, I believe Illinois can do better. I grew up the son of working class immigrants and have lived the American dream.
Aiming at nothing and seldom missingBy Alan G. GreerYoung Lawyers Division, August 2002One of the primary reasons people have such a low respect for and opinion of attorneys is that they don't know what we stand for as a profession or as individuals.
Click here to find your mentorYoung Lawyers Division, August 2002As young practitioners, we all know how valuable the wisdom of an experienced attorney can be.
More benefits for members onlyYoung Lawyers Division, June 2002The convenience of mail order shopping for prescription drugs, vitamins and health care items. 800/222-3383.
Filing a Proof Claim in a Bankruptcy Case*By Sumner A. BourneYoung Lawyers Division, April 2002With the recent slowing of the economy, more and more clients are receiving notices of bankruptcy with an attached proof claim form.
Governmental Regulations of Real Property—Can a Regulation Go Too Far?By Robert L. Gamrath, IIIYoung Lawyers Division, April 2002Real estate owners and developers are subjected to a multitude of real property regulations at the local, state, and federal levels of government, which require developers to comply with zoning codes, subdivision codes, building codes, wetland regulations, floodway and flood plain regulations, tree preservation ordinances, protected species regulations, impact fee ordinances, and the like.
Lincoln Award: History Repeats Itself in 2002Young Lawyers Division, April 2002Congratulations to Celia Gamrath for winning second place in the 2002 Lincoln Award Legal Writing Contest.
Domestic Violence Clinic Sponsors Advocate Training ProgramYoung Lawyers Division, December 2001On July 13, 2001, the Domestic Violence Clinic at the Southern Illinois University School of Law, in conjunction with the Young Lawyers Division of the Illinois State Bar Association, sponsored a domestic violence advocate training seminar at the law school in Carbondale, Illinois.
Marty Castro Creates Footsteps Worth FollowingBy Javier ZamoraYoung Lawyers Division, December 2001As a successful attorney, leader, and inspiration to young and seasoned lawyers alike, Martin R. Castro ("Marty") has had an appreciable impact on others and his community.
Motions for continuance: grounds and factorsBy Lawrence W. TerrellYoung Lawyers Division, December 2001A continuance is defined as an adjournment by order of court of a cause from one day to another or from one hour to another.
Opening your own law practiceBy Kimberly J. AndersonYoung Lawyers Division, April 2001I opened up my own practice in October. I went through a myriad of emotions, from the cold night sweats to the exhilaration of having my own practice.
